Ga Mantse confirms attendance to the second edition of the Africa Cinema Summit

By Mustapha Yahaya

The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has officially confirmed his attendance at the second edition of the Africa Cinema Summit, scheduled to take place from the 7-10^th October 2024. His presence at the event marks a significant moment for Ghana’s summit and creative industries, reflecting the importance of culture, tradition, and storytelling in African cinema.

The Africa Cinema Summit has quickly become a prominent platform for filmmakers, producers, distributors, and other stakeholders in the industry across the continent to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the diversity of African cinema. With the Ga Mantse’s involvement, the event will carry an added layer of cultural significance, as it bridges the gap between the traditional values of the Ga community and the burgeoning modern film industry in Africa.

“We are honored and excited to welcome the Ga Mantse to this year’s Africa Cinema Summit,” stated Juliet Yaa Asantewaa Asante, CEO of the National Film Authority. “His attendance not only highlights the importance of the creative industries in preserving and promoting African heritage but also serves as an inspiration for filmmakers to continue telling authentic African stories.”

The Ga Mantse’s support for the event emphasizes the role of cinema in cultural preservation, emphasizing how storytelling through film can contribute to maintaining the rich traditions and languages of the Ga people and other ethnic groups across Africa. His participation is expected to draw increased attention to the summit, attracting more stakeholders from both cultural and creative spheres.

The Africa Cinema Summit, now in its second edition, continues to build on the success of last year’s event, where industry professionals and creatives converged to discuss the future of African cinema. With panels, and deal rooms on the agenda, the summit is set to create even more opportunities for filmmakers to expand their reach and influence within and beyond the continent.

As the summit draws nearer, the inclusion of esteemed figures such as the Ga Mantse reinforces the importance of African cinema not only as an entertainment medium but also as a powerful tool for cultural expression and unity. The second edition of the Africa Cinema Summit promises to be an event of immense significance for both the local and international film industries